Diesel Technician

Job DetailsJob Location: Peterbilt of Omaha - Gretna, NE 68028Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Skilled Labor - TradesSign on bonus of up to $2,500 for candidates who qualify!

Description and Purpose:

The Service Department is an integral part of the Company’s success. The Diesel Technician will perform mechanical repairs, maintenance, overhauls, and rebuilds of heavy-duty trucks and other related equipment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions or damage

Perform all mechanical repairs, maintenance, overhauls, and rebuilds of heavy-duty trucks and other related equipment

Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, when applicable

Use equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices

Use electronic test equipment to locate and correct malfunctions in fuel and emissions control systems

Inspect belts, hoses, steering systems, brakes, fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas for additional repairs needed

Test electronic computer components to ensure that they are working properly

Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges

QualificationsEducation/Training or Experience:

High School graduate or GED required

Diploma from Technical College or equivalent experience

Some computer skills required

1-2 years experience in heavy-duty truck repair preferred